Learn Rainwater Harvesting Techniques Feb. 26, 2022, at the Arlington Public Library

By Alana Earle, Arlington Water Utilities

Posted on January 19, 2022, January 19, 2022

Editor's Note: the Feb. 26 Rainwater Harvesting Class is now full. Please visit SaveTarrantWater.com/events for similar events. 

A resident favorite is back this February. Arlington Water Utilities, Tarrant Regional Water District and the Arlington Public Library will present a DIY Rainwater Harvesting class from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 26 at the Lake Arlington Branch Library, 4000 W. Green Oaks Blvd. The class will be taught by instructors from the Tarrant County Master Gardeners Association.

Attendees will learn all about how to use a rain barrel to collect rainwater to water your lawn, garden, and plants. Class participants will also learn how install a rain barrel and where to place the rain barrel for optimum water collection.

While supplies last, Arlington residents can reserve a rain barrel at a discounted rate of $25 (regular $50) before coming to the in-person class. Residents who purchase rain barrels will put the finishing touches on the barrel at the conclusion of the class, before loading it into their vehicles.

To register for the class and purchase a rain barrel, please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-rainwater-harvesting-and-barrel-building-workshop-registration-228945952507.

 Addresses used for registration must be located in Arlington in order to be eligible for the 50% discount. Participants should check their email after event registration for more information.

 Rainwater harvesting classes are a regular feature of conservation activities organized by Arlington Water Utilities. For more information about saving water, please visit SaveArlingtonWater.com.